To understand the story of FIFA 2005, you have to look at the era. In the early 2000s, EA Sports was the wealthy giant, but Konami’s Pro Evolution Soccer (PES) was the critical darling. Hardcore gamers viewed FIFA as "arcade trash"—all style, no substance. PES had the soul; FIFA had the licenses.
By the end of its life cycle, FIFA 2005 was viewed as the turning point. It wasn't quite the simulation beast that PES 4 was, but it closed the gap significantly. It sold millions and proved that a sports game could be both accessible and deep. fifa 2005
Here is the "solid story" of FIFA 2005: